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AI Deal-Making Redefines Traditional M&A Playbook

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The rise of AI has led to a shift in the traditional M&A playbook, with acquirers paying for capability rather than just revenue. This trend is gathering pace, with companies like Google and Krutrim acquiring AI-focused businesses.

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AI Deal-Making Redefines Traditional M&A Playbook

The increasing importance of AI has led to a strategic imperative for companies to acquire AI-focused businesses rather than building them in-house. This trend is evident in recent deals, such as Google's USD32 billion acquisition of Wiz and Krutrim's purchase of BharatSahAIyak in India. As AI deal-making gathers pace, the traditional M&A playbook must evolve to keep up with the market. Aneesh Gupte, a partner at Law.asia, notes that AI deal-making is reshaping India's compliance landscape.

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